Serving 174 students in grades 6-8, Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School's student population of 174 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1751 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
41%
14%
Black
54%
21%
White
2%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School's ranking?
Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School is ranked #1751 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School?
174 students attend Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School?
Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School offer ?
Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School part of?
Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School located?
Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence Middle School is located in the Oak Grove neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Oak Grove.
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